grandstanding

Example Sentences

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"Obviously, it's cheap and performative and it doesn't mean much…He's just grandstanding…It shows a real contempt for the rule of law in this country."

From Salon

Sharif criticized Khan in a tweet Sunday, saying he has “always been about grandstanding and rhetoric” and that Pakistan’s current political, governance, and economic challenges have their roots in his failed policies.

From Seattle Times

Does she mean local veterans of public service – most of whom are Democrats – who prefer good government to grandstanding?

From Seattle Times

So why do Republicans keep grandstanding on the issue?

From Salon

This wishful thinking and pure grandstanding is aimed at political manipulation,” he said.

From Washington Post